1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 396 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Riviera | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
